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6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
• CASA PELU • houses the completely refurbished living quarters of an abandoned farm - ideal for families looking for a child-friendly countryside retreat. The farmhouse is situated in the pastoral village of Vale, directly at the feet of the Carpathian Mountains. On the one hand, far away from the pulse of time, on the other hand just around the corner from Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture 2007. A good choice for enthusiast of special places who want to add a pinch of Romanian serenity to their live experience.
The village is nestled between the wooded mountains overlooking the Transylvanian plain, in an absolutely peaceful spot with no through traffic. After a short walk you already find yourself in the oldest beech forest on the continent and will experience a unique flora and fauna on your way up to the mountain meadows. Alternatively, benefit from our central location in the heart of Romania and explore sights and trips in all directions.
We are no trained tourism experts. We live in Vale and have joined together in a small and family-type construction company, with which we worked on several holiday homes. Without hurry, but with attention to detail and respect towards the traditional style of the area, as well as with a view to modern building materials and contemporary housing needs. The result are two sophisticated villas, a shepherd's hut in the mountain meadows and two former farms that received a complete overhaul. Today we can offer you an encounter of different ages and cultures in seven oases of wellbeing, each of them with their own flair, distinctive and special in a place which – we hope – will be sidestepped by the world's hustle for a long time to come.
Our other cottages you can find also on Homeaway or briefly presented below.
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••• CASA PELU •••
In this farmhouse, the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ shake hands. On the solid foundations of wine cellar and mezzanine floor we've set a new attic with access to a cozy roof terrace, and during the renovation every square meter was handled with respect for the traditional style of the area. Finally, this holiday cottage is a good choice also for anyone curious about how traditional architecture can be extended into modernity.
The double-door walk-in kitchen (13 sqm) is located on the mezzanine floor. It is fully equipped for self-catering with a fridge, gas stove, coffee maker and espresso machine, toaster, kettle, spices and more. The first room (17 sqm) leads off the kitchen. Three windows open the view out to the courtyard or an alley, where goats and sheep are passing by in the evening.
A staircase leads to the two light-filled rooms in the attic. The first one (13 sqm) is a connecting room and the second room (17 sqm) leads out onto the roof terrace. The view goes into the courtyard, into wooded mountains or up to the roofs of the village.
The rooms are equipped with a double bed, mirror cabinet, corner bench or armchairs, WiFi Internet access and two TVs (international channels by Astra Satellite). On arrival you will find the beds freshly made.
The bathroom (8 sqm) used to be the the summer kitchen of the farm. It is located underneath the roof terrace and is equipped with shower, bathtub and washer. Hand and bath towels, soap and shower gel are available.
The furnishing is high quality and was chosen with care, including sanitary facilities, kitchen utensils, mattresses and bedding. All furniture, newly installed windows, doors and stairs were consistently made to measure. Each floor and the bathroom are equipped with an electrical infrared panel.
The solar-assisted central heating is backed up threefold. Either you fire up the water-bearing tiled stove in the kitchen which supplies all the radiators in the house, or an automatic control takes over the job and starts a gas heater and / or the infrared panels.
The enclosed courtyard is a leafy feast. Here you can relax on another covered patio, uncork a bottle of wine and unpack the card game. Or take place on the slope above the village, enjoy the vastness of the valley, and you will be surprised about the thoughts popping up in your mind out of nowhere.
• Transylvania country house, sleeps 6
• 3 rooms, 1 eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom
• Roof terrace with seating
• Covered patio in the courtyard
• Minimum stay: 3 - 5 nights (seasonal)
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••• We offer more than just accommodation •••
• Transfer from the Sibiu airport or railway station is included, and a reliable rental car you can order directly with us.
• On request, our cook provides breakfast or swings the wooden spoon. She conjures traditional menus fresh to the table by appointment - each gram of meat a product of her own livestock farming. Vegetarian? No problem.
• Also available are farm products from the village, such as fresh milk, goat or sheep's cheese, forest honey and homemade jam, zakusca, pickled vegetables, wine and schnaps.
• On request: baby cot, high chair, rides in a donkey cart for children, grocery shopping prior to your arrival.
• Tip: Excursion in a horse-drawn cart to the mountains. The tour can take a few hours or an entire day. On the way, you stop at a creek and Nicu (our Carpathian specialist) prepares a shepherd goulash in the kettle on the camp fire.
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••• The village of Vale •••
… is out in the sticks, in the middle of nowhere. On the other hand, the freeway that brings all sights of Transylvania closer to you is only 5 km away. A tarmac road touches on the village, but in large parts, it’s cobblestone roads and dirt trails leading up into the wooded hills. Thus, traditional structures and straightforward hospitality still hold up in Vale. Horses, cows and goats are still part of the village landscape, and the farmers take up their scythes and plant corn, potatoes, and vegetables to provide for the winter.
There is a children's playground and a small grocery store at the village square. The town of Saliste 2 km away offers more shops, a farmer's market and an ATM cash machine. Whatever you miss here can be found in Sibiu 20 km away at the Cibin Market, in retail stores, or supermarkets such as Real, Carrefour and Lidl.
Some say that the Romanian countryside appears frozen in time. It is unique and mostly untouched and the breath of the past hides in every corner. Maybe you'll sense the charm of the extraordinary, perceiving what life was like before it was leveled by the advance of civilization.
Until then, take a good look around. Heists and highway robberies are tales from the long-gone years of turmoil following the political change in Romania, and Count Dracula obviously exists only in movies. Most people in these parts are open-minded and very friendly when met with respect.
Read more below for an overview of the sights in the area, plus a pinch of Transylvanian history.
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••• Our cottages •••
… offer a total of 15 bedrooms endowed with double beds, internet access via WiFi, TV (Astra satellite), and plants. Some properties feature a garden and living room with a fireplace, and all of them provide a kitchen fully equipped for self-catering, as well as 1-4 bathrooms, a washing machine, and at least one terrace. The central heating facilities (most of them solar-assisted) are powered by water-bearing fireplaces, tiled stoves or gas heaters. In addition, nearly all of the rooms are equipped with an infrared panel.
• VILLA CRINA • our jewel with 200 sqm of living space and terraced garden – 8 pers.
• CASA PELU • the former farmhouse with extended loft and roof terrace – 6 pers.
• CASA NICU • 120-year-old cottage with the appropriate historic flair – 2-3 pers.
• VILLA ZOLLO • 150 sqm holiday home with panoramic views and large garden – 6-8 pers.
• Studio ZOLLO II • well equipped apartment with a terrace, BBQ and garden – 2-3 pers.
• CASA LOPO • carefully refurbished traditional farm with courtyard, barn, garden – 6 pers.
• COZO FANTU • our shepherd’s hut in the mountain pastures – 4 pers.
We care for you as a team. In case of problems or questions you can always get in touch. Furthermore, we might have one or two tips at hand for you, but we also master the art of discreet retreat. We nurture a climate of openness and equality-based relationships.
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The village is nestled between the wooded mountains overlooking the Transylvanian plain, in an absolutely peaceful spot with no through traffic. After a short walk you already find yourself in the oldest beech forest on the continent and will experience a unique flora and fauna on your way up to the mountain meadows. Alternatively, benefit from our central location in the heart of Romania and explore sights and trips in all directions.
We are no trained tourism experts. We live in Vale and have joined together in a small and family-type construction company, with which we worked on several holiday homes. Without hurry, but with attention to detail and respect towards the traditional style of the area, as well as with a view to modern building materials and contemporary housing needs. The result are two sophisticated villas, a shepherd's hut in the mountain meadows and two former farms that received a complete overhaul. Today we can offer you an encounter of different ages and cultures in seven oases of wellbeing, each of them with their own flair, distinctive and special in a place which – we hope – will be sidestepped by the world's hustle for a long time to come.
Our other cottages you can find also on Homeaway or briefly presented below.
____________________________________________________________________
••• CASA PELU •••
In this farmhouse, the ‘old’ and the ‘new’ shake hands. On the solid foundations of wine cellar and mezzanine floor we've set a new attic with access to a cozy roof terrace, and during the renovation every square meter was handled with respect for the traditional style of the area. Finally, this holiday cottage is a good choice also for anyone curious about how traditional architecture can be extended into modernity.
The double-door walk-in kitchen (13 sqm) is located on the mezzanine floor. It is fully equipped for self-catering with a fridge, gas stove, coffee maker and espresso machine, toaster, kettle, spices and more. The first room (17 sqm) leads off the kitchen. Three windows open the view out to the courtyard or an alley, where goats and sheep are passing by in the evening.
A staircase leads to the two light-filled rooms in the attic. The first one (13 sqm) is a connecting room and the second room (17 sqm) leads out onto the roof terrace. The view goes into the courtyard, into wooded mountains or up to the roofs of the village.
The rooms are equipped with a double bed, mirror cabinet, corner bench or armchairs, WiFi Internet access and two TVs (international channels by Astra Satellite). On arrival you will find the beds freshly made.
The bathroom (8 sqm) used to be the the summer kitchen of the farm. It is located underneath the roof terrace and is equipped with shower, bathtub and washer. Hand and bath towels, soap and shower gel are available.
The furnishing is high quality and was chosen with care, including sanitary facilities, kitchen utensils, mattresses and bedding. All furniture, newly installed windows, doors and stairs were consistently made to measure. Each floor and the bathroom are equipped with an electrical infrared panel.
The solar-assisted central heating is backed up threefold. Either you fire up the water-bearing tiled stove in the kitchen which supplies all the radiators in the house, or an automatic control takes over the job and starts a gas heater and / or the infrared panels.
The enclosed courtyard is a leafy feast. Here you can relax on another covered patio, uncork a bottle of wine and unpack the card game. Or take place on the slope above the village, enjoy the vastness of the valley, and you will be surprised about the thoughts popping up in your mind out of nowhere.
• Transylvania country house, sleeps 6
• 3 rooms, 1 eat-in kitchen, 1 bathroom
• Roof terrace with seating
• Covered patio in the courtyard
• Minimum stay: 3 - 5 nights (seasonal)
____________________________________________________________________
••• We offer more than just accommodation •••
• Transfer from the Sibiu airport or railway station is included, and a reliable rental car you can order directly with us.
• On request, our cook provides breakfast or swings the wooden spoon. She conjures traditional menus fresh to the table by appointment - each gram of meat a product of her own livestock farming. Vegetarian? No problem.
• Also available are farm products from the village, such as fresh milk, goat or sheep's cheese, forest honey and homemade jam, zakusca, pickled vegetables, wine and schnaps.
• On request: baby cot, high chair, rides in a donkey cart for children, grocery shopping prior to your arrival.
• Tip: Excursion in a horse-drawn cart to the mountains. The tour can take a few hours or an entire day. On the way, you stop at a creek and Nicu (our Carpathian specialist) prepares a shepherd goulash in the kettle on the camp fire.
____________________________________________________________________
••• The village of Vale •••
… is out in the sticks, in the middle of nowhere. On the other hand, the freeway that brings all sights of Transylvania closer to you is only 5 km away. A tarmac road touches on the village, but in large parts, it’s cobblestone roads and dirt trails leading up into the wooded hills. Thus, traditional structures and straightforward hospitality still hold up in Vale. Horses, cows and goats are still part of the village landscape, and the farmers take up their scythes and plant corn, potatoes, and vegetables to provide for the winter.
There is a children's playground and a small grocery store at the village square. The town of Saliste 2 km away offers more shops, a farmer's market and an ATM cash machine. Whatever you miss here can be found in Sibiu 20 km away at the Cibin Market, in retail stores, or supermarkets such as Real, Carrefour and Lidl.
Some say that the Romanian countryside appears frozen in time. It is unique and mostly untouched and the breath of the past hides in every corner. Maybe you'll sense the charm of the extraordinary, perceiving what life was like before it was leveled by the advance of civilization.
Until then, take a good look around. Heists and highway robberies are tales from the long-gone years of turmoil following the political change in Romania, and Count Dracula obviously exists only in movies. Most people in these parts are open-minded and very friendly when met with respect.
Read more below for an overview of the sights in the area, plus a pinch of Transylvanian history.
____________________________________________________________________
••• Our cottages •••
… offer a total of 15 bedrooms endowed with double beds, internet access via WiFi, TV (Astra satellite), and plants. Some properties feature a garden and living room with a fireplace, and all of them provide a kitchen fully equipped for self-catering, as well as 1-4 bathrooms, a washing machine, and at least one terrace. The central heating facilities (most of them solar-assisted) are powered by water-bearing fireplaces, tiled stoves or gas heaters. In addition, nearly all of the rooms are equipped with an infrared panel.
• VILLA CRINA • our jewel with 200 sqm of living space and terraced garden – 8 pers.
• CASA PELU • the former farmhouse with extended loft and roof terrace – 6 pers.
• CASA NICU • 120-year-old cottage with the appropriate historic flair – 2-3 pers.
• VILLA ZOLLO • 150 sqm holiday home with panoramic views and large garden – 6-8 pers.
• Studio ZOLLO II • well equipped apartment with a terrace, BBQ and garden – 2-3 pers.
• CASA LOPO • carefully refurbished traditional farm with courtyard, barn, garden – 6 pers.
• COZO FANTU • our shepherd’s hut in the mountain pastures – 4 pers.
We care for you as a team. In case of problems or questions you can always get in touch. Furthermore, we might have one or two tips at hand for you, but we also master the art of discreet retreat. We nurture a climate of openness and equality-based relationships.
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Amenities at • CASA PELU • cozy farmhouse at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains near Sibiu
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Romania
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsVisitors at Casa Pelu felt right at home with rustic and tastefully decorated rooms, delicious breakfasts, and the warm hospitality of the hosts. The surrounding area offers stunning landscapes and a variety of activities to explore.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2017
Vom 24. Juni bis zum 8. Juli waren wir Gäste in der Casa Pelu und haben uns dort sofort wie zuhause gefühlt: rustikal und geschmackvoll eingerichtete Zimmer, die mit allem ausgestattet sind , was man braucht, ein hübscher Innenhof zum Relaxen und regelmäßiger Besuch von Kater Marian auf der Suche nach Leckerli und Streicheleinheiten. Auch das leckere und reichhaltige Frühstück, das Adriana uns jeden Morgen brachte, hat uns begeistert. Nicu besorgte uns schmackhaften Schafskäse und Ţuica, so war auch für unser leibliches Wohl gesorgt. Alle waren jederzeit erreichbar, wenn kleine Probleme auftauchten. Die Umgebung bietet jede Menge Abwechslung: atemberaubende Berglandschaften (Transfagarasan- und Transalpina-Hochstraße, die der gemietete Dacia ohne Mucken meisterte), Bergwanderungen aller Schwierigkeitsgrade, Kirchenburgen und sehenswerte Städte wie Hermannstadt und Schäßburg. Kurz, wir können Casa Pelu wärmstens weiterempfehlen und werden sicher wiederkommen.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2017
Vale ist tief in unserem Herzen. Das ankommen in Deutschland war sehr schwer. Gerade meine Eltern wollten garnicht wieder abreisen. Was der tollen Unterkunft, Umgebung und vorallem der Familie von Nicu zu verdanken ist. Gerne kommen wir wieder. Das Auto und die Unterkunft waren super. Die Betten waren super bequem. Das Bad und die Küche prima. Ganz liebe Grüße von uns allen an Sie und an Die Familie von Nicu.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2016
Vale was, to be brief, all that we hoped for and more. A small village nestled below pastures and forests, it was quiet and delightfully scenic. The house is lovely, although be prepared for multi-levels and the need to take an outside staircase to each level. It was a quite lovely stay and I will indeed be recommending this home to my friends.
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2016
Tief beeindruckt von der Landschaft und den Menschen in und um Vale sind wir schweren Herzens wieder nach Hause gefahren mit dem festen Vorsatz: wir kommen wieder!
Das Ferienhaus ist super ausgestattet, gemütlich und sehr sauber. Nicu, der Verwalter oder besser gesagt, die gute Seele des Hauses, ist einer der fleißigsten und nettesten Menschen, die mir je begegnet sind. Das leckere Essen, welches Adriana auf Wunsch pünktlich ins Haus bringt, ist mit Liebe gekocht und schmeckt auch sehr gut.
Die touristischen Möglichkeiten sind nahezu unbegrenzt für Leute die nicht auf Pauschal- oder All-In Urlaub stehen, sondern für Leute die Natur lieben, denen es nichts ausmacht, wenn früh der Hahn kräht oder abends die Grillen zirpen, wenn Vormittag die Kirchenglocken läuten oder der Bauer mit seinem Pferdewagen am Haus vorbeizieht. Man muss diese Möglichkeiten nur nutzen wie z.B. auf dem Bauernmarkt die köstlichen Obstsorten probieren, das herrliche pestizidfreie Gemüse kaufen, mit den Roma auch mal um ein schönes Souvenir, garantiert handgemacht zu feilschen, die wunderschönen Städte und Dörfer der Region besichtigen, in den Bergen wandern und vieles mehr.
So freuen wir uns schon auf den nächsten Urlaub in Rumänien im nächsten Jahr, aber dann für mindestens zwei Wochen.
Harald und Danuta aus Senftenberg, September 2016
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10Outstanding
(16 Ratings)
Visitors at Casa Pelu felt right at home with rustic and tastefully decorated rooms, delicious breakfasts, and the warm hospitality of the hosts. The surrounding area offers stunning landscapes and a variety of activities to explore.
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